2014 HONDA CIVIC engine

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■
Valet Key
*
1Valet Key
*
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
■
Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
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Controls
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
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The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrica l appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it.■Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab forward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
Pull and hold the outside door handle, then
push the lock tab forward
a.
Release the handle, then close the door.
■Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch
*1, or the smart
entry remote is inside the vehicle.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all the
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking,
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining
doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features P. 90Models with remote transmitterModels with i-MID
Lock
Unlock
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Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.Models with remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitterModels without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
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Controls
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch.■Auto door locking■Auto door unlocking
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2: Default setting■
List of the Auto Door Lockin g/Unlocking Customizable Options
Mode
Description
Drive Lock Mode
*2
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Off
The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
Mode
Description
Driver's Door Open
Mode
*2
All doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.
Park Unlock Mode
All doors unlock when the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Off
The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
Models with
automatic transmission
(CVT)* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
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Controls
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2: Default setting■
Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking OptionsSteps
Drive Lock Mode
*2
Off
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P
.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2
Close the driver’s door.
Open the driver’s door.
3
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
4
Press and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more
than five seconds. Release the switch after you hear a click twice.
Press and hold the front of the master
door lock switch on the driver’s door for
more than five seconds. Release the switch
after you hear one click.
5
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q
*1 within 20 seconds.
u Customization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission (CVT)
Models with automatic transmission (CVT)

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
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Controls
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2: Default setting■
Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking OptionsSteps
Driver's Door Open Mode
*2
Park Unlock Mode
Off
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P
.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P
.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2
Close the driver’s door.
Open the driver’s door.
3
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1.
4
Press and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more than five seconds. Release the switch after
you hear a click twice.
5
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q
*1 within 20 seconds.
u Customization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission (CVT)
Models with automatic transmission (CVT)
Models with automatic transmission
(CVT)

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.Security System Alarm
*
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P
(automatic transmission/CVT models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
( w
*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using remote transmitter, or smart entry system. The system,
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
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The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key, the remote transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
*1. The
security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
*
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.•Opening the hood with the hood release.•Moving the shift lever out of
(P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models
* Not available on all models